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10 Things To Do For Golfers On The Costa del Sol

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Mijas Pueblo, Costa del Sol

The Costa del Sol has rightfully earned its reputation as a golfing haven thanks to its exceptional golf courses, and year-round fine weather. However, for the golf enthusiast seeking a well-rounded experience beyond the fairways and bunkers of their golf holiday in Spain, this picturesque destination offers a wealth of diverse activities to explore. Venture Read the full article…

A Golfers Guide To Ronda, Costa del Sol

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Nuevo Puente, Ronda

Embarking on a golf holiday in Spain is a golfer’s dream, with the sun-drenched fairways of the Costa del Sol awaiting their skilled swings. Yet, amidst the pursuit of the perfect golf game, there lies an opportunity to venture beyond the greens and immerse oneself in the rich tapestry of Spanish culture. Enter Ronda, a Read the full article…

Golf In Spain: An Essential Guide

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Golf ball on fairway

Boasting around 400 great golf courses, hundreds of blue flag sandy beaches and consistently offering over 300 days of sunshine each year, it’s easy to see why Spain is such a popular destination for golfers. If you’ve ever thought of playing golf in Spain, you’re not alone. Each year, more than 1.2 million people visit Read the full article…

Free‌ ‌COVID-19‌ ‌Health Cover ‌Announced‌ ‌For‌ ‌Those‌ ‌Travelling‌ ‌To‌ ‌Andalucia‌

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International tourists who travel to Andalucia in 2021 will now be provided with free COVID-19 health insurance. This is thanks to a new initiative from the Andalucian Tourist Board. Europ Assistance have underwritten the new scheme. It will provide cover up until December 31, 2021. Aiming to entice holidaymakers back to the region in the Read the full article…

Golf Holiday Guide To Benidorm

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Benidorm Costa Blanca

The Valencian coastal resort of Benidorm lies on the eastern coast of Spain. It is part of the ever popular Costa Blanca. Until the 1960’s, Benidorm was a tiny fishing village. Over the years it has seen a lot of change. Today it remains one of Spain’s most popular holiday destinations. It is renowned for Read the full article…

Anne Van Dam Retains Andalucia Costa del Sol Open Title

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Anne Van Dam

Anne Van Dam has retained her Andalucia Costa del Sol Open title in dramatic fashion on Sunday, overturning a one-stroke deficit on the final hole. The Dutch golfer was trailing Nanna Koerstz Madsen going down the 18th, but Madsen put her drive into the lake and then three-putted for a double bogey. Van Dam then Read the full article…

Aloha Golf Marbella Hosts Ladies Andalucia Costa del Sol Open

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Andalucia Costa del Sol Open

Boasting some of the best golf courses in Europe, the Costa del Sol has had the pleasure in hosting a number of professional golfing tournaments over the years including the Volvo World Matchplay (Finca Cortesin) and the Ryder Cup (Valderrama). This Thursday November 28, it’s the turn of the Ladies European Tour (LET) and the Read the full article…

Finca Cortesin Voted Best Golf Resort In Spain

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Finca Cortesin

Finca Cortesin, one of the Costa del Sol’s most prestigious golf, leisure and spa resorts has been voted the #1 golf venue in Spain and Portugal. Already recognised as one of the premier hotel, golf and spa resorts in Europe, the resort has once again been honoured with two further accolades by upper-class Condé Nast Read the full article…

Spanish Golf Courses Recover After Gota Fría Floods

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Golfer playing a shot a Finca Cortesin.

In the last couple of weeks, Spain has witnessed some of its worst flooding in over 140 years according to Spanish weather agency AEMET. The storms have left a trail of destruction with six people losing their lives and thousands having to be evacuated from their homes. Alicante and Murcia regions received the biggest brunt Read the full article…

Places To Eat And Drink On The Costa del Sol

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Variation of Spanish tapas dishes

While here on your golf break in Spain, you’ll most definitely want to venture outside of your hotel at some point and discover the local bars and restaurants. Our golfers often ask us where the best places to eat and have a drink are, especially if it is their first trip to the Costa del Read the full article…

REVEALED: The 9 Best Things To Do In Alicante Spain

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Alicante Harbour

The Province of Alicante is a great place to play golf, with fantastic weather and more than 18 courses to choose from it is easy to see why. But when you’re not hitting those balls on the golf course, what is there for you to do? Alicante is a port city along the Costa Blanca Read the full article…

9 Easy Ways To Save Money On Your Golf Holiday In Spain

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Valderrama golf course fairway

At Golf Breaks in Spain, we are always looking to help you save money on your next golfing break. We are golfers ourselves and with over 10 years of providing golfing holidays, we understand exactly what golfers are looking for. Our golf packages are not only affordable, but also offer you a high level of Read the full article…

Discount Golf Green Fees And Tee Times Costa del Sol

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Golf club and ball

If you’re looking for great value reduced green fees here on the Costa del Sol then you have come to the right place. Golf Breaks In Spain have been established since 1997 and have had the pleasure of catering for around 20,000 golfers during this time. This has enabled us to build long standing relationships Read the full article…

Can You Hire Golf Clubs And Buggies On Spanish Golf Courses?

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Set of golf clubs with golf course in the background.

Golf Clubs Yes you can hire clubs from the courses at around €40.00 per set per round, BUT it would be far better and financially rewarding to rent your golf clubs from a very reliable golf company such as ourselves, Golf breaks in Spain. At Golf Breaks In Spain, we are leaders in golf club Read the full article…

What Is The Dress Code When Playing Golf In Costa del Sol Spain?

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Guadalmina Golf, Costa del Sol

Almost none! No really, you are permitted to wear most things in summer like shorts, but they need to be tailored, socks and golf shoes, BUT not tennis shoes. Shirts normally have to have collars, NO football shirts and for woman no mini skirts. In winter time NO jeans. The more expensive golf courses in Read the full article…

Do You Need A Handicap To Play Golf On The Costa del Sol Spain?

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Guadalmina South golf course green

One question that we at Golf Breaks In Spain are asked quite a lot is whether you need a handicap to play on Spanish golf courses. The handicap card system is something that most golf courses on the Costa del Sol and Spain in general do try to implement, BUT do not often carry out Read the full article…

When Is The Best Time Of Year To Play Golf In Spain?

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The lovely El Chaparral Golf course in Spain

The Costa del Sol is a golfers paradise and a firm favourite with many European golfers. This is due to the glorious year-round weather conditions. The Costa del Sol has specific months of the year which are the best times for playing golf. During the Summer months of July and August, temperatures can easily reach Read the full article…

Los Arqueros Golf and Country Club

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View from the tee, Los Arqueros Golf

For golfers who are interested in a warm and sunny break and a course that will test their brain cells, it is well worth considering paying a visit to Los Arqueros Golf and Country Club gloriously nestled in the beautiful area of Benahavis. Los Arqueros is situated in a prime location, among the simply stunning Read the full article…

Costa del Sol Golf Courses – El Chaparral, Mijas Costa

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El Chaparral Golf, Costa del Sol

The Costa del Sol is a golfers paradise, with around 60 top class courses to choose from while on your golfing holiday here. The excellent year round climate has helped produce many great courses in this part of the country, many of which that are considered championship quality. If you’re looking for a course to Read the full article…

Low Cost Golf Club Hire Costa del Sol Spain

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Different golf clubs

When it comes to saving you money, Golf Breaks in Spain are not only leaders in offering great value golfing breaks here on the Costa del Sol, but also provide you with low-cost golf club hire. Our golf club rentals are becoming increasingly popular among our golfers, with many choosing to rent their clubs rather Read the full article…

Costa del Sol Golf Courses – Lauro Golf

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Lauro Golf, Alhaurin de la Torre

If you’re considering a golf holiday with us here on the sunny Costa del Sol, you may want to play a round or two of the fabulous Lauro golf course. Situated between the towns of Alhaurin el Grande and Alhaurin de La Torre, Lauro golf is a very popular choice for many visitors to this Read the full article…